Winter Activity Centre Opening

The Winter Activity Centre in the North Bank Lodge at Pippy Park is scheduled to open this Saturday, January 6, 2024. For up-to-date schedules and hours of operation call the snow line at 709-737-3651.

During the winter, the Pippy Park campground is transformed into an area suitable for snowshoeing and cross-country skiing. Trails are lit for evening use and there is no cost to use the trails.

Rental hours of operation

Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday: 12 p.m. to 9 p.m.

Saturday: 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Sunday: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Equipment rental prices

  • Individual person: $5 per hour
  • Family of three people: $10 per hour
  • Family of four to six people: $15 per hour

Payment is accepted by debit/credit only as the Winter Activity Centre is transitioning to cashless payments.

Drop-in ski lessons available

Learn the basics of classic cross-country skiing in a group lesson at the Winter Activity Centre in Pippy Park.

Lessons are first come, first serve and weather dependent. Please call the snow line at 709-737-3651, for information regarding the status of the lesson.

For information about snowshoe outings, check current offerings at RECconnect.

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